It's one of the releases that I always get excited about. Everything from the feel of the cards to the look of the cards to the strange and interesting subject matter sprinkled in with the baseball players. It all adds up to be one of the best sets of the year, every year.
This year I decided to go in cold turkey. I actively avoided checklists, so I could be surprised when I opened my first packs. Boy, was I ever surprised with the results. Two of my absolute favorite White Sox players are in the set this year. Along with some of my favorite rookies and another Hall of Fame favorite, this team set shapes up to be one of my favorite of the year.
I will be a little unorthodox with my checklist this year. You'll know exactly where. You can choose to include the card if you want. If not, I completely understand.
The White Sox have ten cards in the set this year, including and optional card and two short prints.
118 - Frank Thomas
This Hall of Fame player is always welcome. I WILL believe the hype!
119 - Michael Kopech
I was so excited for Kopech day. I will be the same level of excited upon his return.
120 - Yoan Moncada
I am impressed with how big a leap Yoan has made this year.
121 - Jose Abreu
I'm hoping Abreu gets to stick around. I like him.
139 - Harold Baines
OMG!!! Total and welcome surprise!!!!
161 - Sister Mary Jo Soieck
This is the optional card. I'm including it because she did the first pitch with the White Sox and it's a great South Side story.
264 - Yonder Alonso
I was hopeful for Yonder when the Sox signed him. I wish him the best in Colorado.
272 - Carlton Fisk
Some Fisk MOJO!!! Both of my childhood idols in one team set? YES, PLEASE!
366 - Daniel Palka
What are you gonna do when Palkamania runs wild over you??? I hope he regains some momentum.
398 - Eloy Jimenez
Adventurous in the outfield, but he's learning and getting better. I'm glad he's getting MLB experience.
This is probably my favorite Allen & Ginter White Sox lineup so far!! Very solid effort.
You are right there is something about the feel of the card, the smoothness that just adds to the appeal
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